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General Guide to Finding Keys in Level 3 of The Legend of Zelda on the NES
The dungeons in The Legend of Zelda are filled with hidden keys required to unlock doors and progress through the levels. Level 3, also known as “The Manji” because of its shape, is no different. Here is a step-by-step plan to help you uncover all keys in this level:
Step 1: Enter Level 3 – Manji
Locate the dungeon entrance and enter to begin your search for keys.
Step 2: Defeat Enemies
Defeat all enemies in rooms as you go through the dungeon. Doing so may reveal keys. Some keys are dropped by enemies, such as Stalfos or Darknuts, which are common in Level 3.
Step 3: Bomb Walls
Use bombs on suspicious walls to discover hidden rooms that might contain keys. Listen for a different sound when you hit a wall with your sword; this can indicate a bombable wall.
Step 4: Push Blocks
In some rooms, pushing a block will reveal a staircase leading to a basement where a key may be hidden.
Step 5: Look for Key Drops
After clearing a room of enemies, make sure to pick up any items they drop; keys can sometimes be among these items.
Step 6: Use the Map and Compass
Obtain the dungeon map and compass if you haven’t already. These will help you navigate the rooms you haven’t explored and find any that contain keys you might have missed.
Step 7: Check for Unlocked Doors
Ensure that you’ve unlocked all doors within the dungeon. If you come across locked doors, you have missed a key somewhere.
Tips:
- It’s possible to buy keys from some shops in the overworld if you are short on them.
- Some keys may be obtained from defeating a mini-boss within the dungeon.
- It’s also important to save some keys for the future levels, as keys can be carried over between dungeons.
If you wish, I can offer strategies or tips for specific rooms within Level 3 if that would help you more in your quest to find the keys.